Composer

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Girolamo Frescobaldi

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Compose Date

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1635

Publication Date

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1635

Average_duration

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77:17

Movement_count

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47

Movement ....

Girolamo Frescobaldi's 'Fiori Musicali de diverse compositioni..., 47 pieces for 4 parts' is a collection of organ music that was composed in 1635. The collection was premiered in the Basilica of San Petronio in Bologna, Italy, where Frescobaldi was the organist. The collection is divided into three parts, each containing a number of pieces. The first part consists of 12 pieces, the second part has 23 pieces, and the third part has 12 pieces. The pieces are written for four-part choir, with the organ playing the basso continuo. The first part of the collection contains pieces that are suitable for use during the Mass. These pieces are characterized by their simplicity and clarity, with a focus on melody and harmony. The second part of the collection contains pieces that are more complex and virtuosic, with a greater emphasis on counterpoint and ornamentation. The third part of the collection contains pieces that are more experimental, with a greater use of chromaticism and dissonance. One of the most notable features of the collection is Frescobaldi's use of canzonas. These are pieces that are based on a short, repeated theme, which is then developed and elaborated upon throughout the piece. Frescobaldi's canzonas are characterized by their intricate counterpoint and virtuosic keyboard writing. Overall, 'Fiori Musicali de diverse compositioni...' is a significant work in the history of organ music. It showcases Frescobaldi's mastery of the instrument and his ability to write music that is both technically demanding and musically expressive. The collection has been influential in the development of organ music, and it continues to be studied and performed by organists today.

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